The Mercury News: H-1B visa: Fears Rise for Foreign Tech Workers in Silicon Valley Over Travel

In The Mercury News, Partner Priscilla Muhlenkamp encourages individuals on work visas, particularly those with pending renewals or changes in status, should speak with an immigration lawyer before traveling internationally, as re-entry may carry added risks or delays.

She notes that US embassies are taking a closer look at visa applications, including questions about social media activity, affiliations with organizations and published research. Priscilla explains that this heightened level of review, along with a broader assessment of visa categories by federal authorities, has contributed to a growing sense of uncertainty among some visa holders.

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